Local Community News

The Magazine Theatre and Exhibition Centre at Bembridge Fort was packed to capacity on Saturday evening (7th June) for the sold-out presentation of The Sandown Clown (Declassified). The performance was hosted by acclaimed local historian and folklorist Paul A.T. Wilson....

A striking new artwork made entirely from beach plastic has gone on display in Bembridge High Street, celebrating the village’s recent recognition as the first on the Isle of Wight to be awarded ‘Plastic Free Community Status’. The colourful installation,...

A lively and heartfelt dance fitness event in Sandown has raised £560 for Alzheimer’s Cafes Isle of Wight, thanks to the energetic efforts of 35 members and friends of Ali’s Fitness Fusion. Led by guest presenter Philip Quigley of Quigley’s...

Families, schools and community groups across the Isle of Wight are being invited to take part in the Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust’s biggest citizen science project to date, as part of the national 30 Days Wild campaign...

A team from HMP Isle of Wight has taken home the trophy at the first-ever Tesco 5-a-side charity football tournament, held at The Bay School in Sandown last Sunday (1st June), raising £600 for the children’s ward at St Mary’s...

38 students from The Bay CE School enjoyed an unforgettable adventure during the May half term as they travelled to Paris for a cultural and educational experience packed with excitement, discovery - and a touch of Disney magic. The 6-day...

William Boote, a former RAF serviceman and long-time Isle of Wight resident, has been celebrating his 100th birthday. Originally from Doncaster, William - who now calls St Vincent's in Ryde his home – says reaching 100 is something he never...

Derek Ness, a wind turbine designer from the Isle of Wight, is taking on a 60km cycling challenge this September in support of Macmillan Cancer Support - and has already raised over £2,600 of his £3,000 target. Diagnosed with Stage...

Members of the Isle of Wight Federation of Women's Institutes gathered at Newport Minster on Wednesday (4th June) to take part in the National Federation of Women’s Institutes Annual Meeting - a day of nationwide connection, decision-making and celebration. With...

Dover Park Primary School has received a sporting boost thanks to the generous sponsorship of 2 local companies. Bib Bob Clothing and Tattooine Studio have collaborated to provide brand new sports kits for the school's pupils, with a unique design...